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Mamon Zanona
Arabic Language Teacher
Mamon Zanona serves as an Arabic/English teacher at the Excellence Center, where...
Ibrahim Abueissheh
English Teacher
Ibrahim Abueissheh holds a B.A. in English Teaching Methods from Hebron Universi...
Maram Imam
Arabic/English Teacher
Maram Imam serves as an Arabic/English teacher at The Excellence Centre in Hebro...
Rasha Tayyem
Arabic Teacher
Rasha Tayyem holds a B.A. in Arabic Language Specialization from Hebron Universi...
Duha Amro
Arabic Teacher
Duha Amro serves as an English/Arabic teacher at the Excellence Center in Hebron...
Salam Amro
English Teacher
Salam Amro assumes the role of an English Teacher at The Excellence Center in He...
Isaac Da’na
English Teacher
Isaac Da’na serves as an English Language Teacher at The Excellence Center, wher...
Saja Amro
Arabic Teacher
Saja Amro, an English/Arabic teacher at The Excellence Center, embodies sociabil...
Taha Abu Hussein
Media Coordinator
Taha Abu Hussein holds a crucial position as the Media Coordinator at the Excell...
Afnan Juneidi
Arabic Teacher
Afnan Juneidi, a native of Hebron, Palestine, serves as an English and Arabic in...
Maryam Joulany
Arabic/English Teacher
Maryam Joulany is an English and Arabic teacher at The Excellence Center in Hebr...
Khitam Shantir
Activities Coordinator
Khitam Shantir assumed the role of Educational Activities Coordinator at the Exc...
Osama Abu Hussein
Community Coordinator
Osama Abu Hussein serves as the Community Activities Coordinator at the Excellen...
Rafat Shantir
Founder
Rafat Shantir, the founder of the Excellence Center in Palestine, brings a wealt...
Marwa Shantir
Center Coordinator
Marwa Shantir is a leader at the Excellence Center/Engage in Palestine. Instead ...
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The Excellence Center in Palestine مركز التميز
The Excellence Center in Palestine 🇵🇸 (مَرْكَزُ اَلتَّمَيُّزِ or Markaz Al Tamayoz) has been a hub for learning and community development since its founding in June 2011. Located in the lively city of Hebron, West Bank, you can find the Center on Ein Sarah Street (Street 420), right across from the Al Hussein Mosque in Building No. 7.
The Excellence Center in Palestine provides educational, cultural, social, and community development services to international students, interns, volunteers, and local community members, including children, Palestinian refugees, youth, and women. Its central location facilitates easy access for everyone and operates under the supervision of the Palestinian Authority.
Engage In Palestine
In addition to its role in the local community development, The Excellence Center later expanded its work by establishing the “Engage In Palestine” branch, Study in Palestine and “Volunteer In Palestine” hubs. These new initiatives are dedicated to promoting Levantine and Palestinian Arabic language education, while also providing specialized community development, volunteer, and internship programs.
Volunteer And Internship Programs
The Excellence Center offers a variety of volunteering and internship programs focused on areas such as English instruction, human rights, women’s rights, media and journalism, medicine and healthcare, Palestinian refugees, music and arts, Palestinian culture and politics, Palestinian laws and legal systems, and working with Palestinian children and youth.
Each volunteer program is designed to make a direct impact on the Palestinian community by bringing together international participants and local community members. Our programs aims to make long-term impacts in the lives of both the Palestinian and international participants.
1-13 Week Programs
With a diverse selection of internship and volunteer programs, there are opportunities at the Excellence Center for people of all backgrounds. Our volunteer and internship programs are developed for graduate and undergraduate students of Middle Eastern studies, Arabic studies, political sciences, professionals, employees of human rights organizations, scholars conducting case studies on Palestine and Israel, human aid workers, social workers, teachers, English native speakers, non-native speakers and anyone interested in engaging in the Palestinian culture and daily life.
The Excellence Center in Palestine welcomes participants of all ages (18+), who may stay for as little as 1 week, or up to 13 weeks, which is the duration of visas granted upon arrival at the Tel Aviv airport.
The following are our volunteer and internship programs in Hebron, West Bank:
Internship in Palestine Program (1-3 months) | Palestinian Laws & Legal Practices Internship |
The Palestine and Israel in Context internship Program | Human Rights Program in West Bank |
Women’s Rights in Palestine internship Program | Medicine & Healthcare in the West Bank |
Teach English in the West Bank internship | Volunteer & Study Arabic in Palestine |
Volunteering with Palestinian Children in the West Bank | Volunteer in Local Schools in Palestine |
Teach for Palestine Program (2-3 Months) | Volunteer in a Journalism Program in Palestine |
Intensive Arabic Program
In addition to these internship and volunteering programs, the Excellence Center in Palestine offers a variety of Arabic courses for Levantine (Ammiya), Palestinian colloquial Arabic, and Modern Standard Arabic.
During the year, learners can choose super-intensive, intensive, and non-intensive Arabic immersion language courses and during the summer we offer summer intensive programs. In addition to the Center’s offerings in Palestine, Arabic learners from anywhere in the world can also participate in the Center’s online Arabic courses taught by qualified Palestinian teachers and professors.
The Center offers the following Arabic Immersion Intensive programs:
Study Arabic online (Levantine and Palestinian) | Summer Arabic immersion Arabic Program |
Individual Arabic lessons | Colloquial Palestinian Arabic Classes |
Mixed Arabic (Shami Arabic or Classical Arabic) | Modern Standard Arabic courses |
Intensive Levantine Arabic (Shami Arabic) Programs | Beginners Palestinian Arabic Lessons |
Online Arabic courses for Children | Intensive Arabic Programs for Quran |
Awards And Recognitions
The Excellence Center/Engage in Palestine has proudly earned several Community Awards, was recognized as the Best Language School overseas, and the Top Provider of Volunteer and Internship Opportunities abroad for the years 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2023. For further details, please visit our profiles on GoOverseas.com and GoAbroad.com.
Engage With Internationals And Locals
During their time at the Excellence Center in Palestine, participants engage closely with other internationals and local Palestinians. The Excellence Center serves as a space for conversation and cooperation between participants and the local Palestinian community. Those participating in internship programs have meaningful experiences interacting and supporting Palestinian people, including refugees in the refugee camps in and around Hebron.
Our Programs Make Great Impact
Our Volunteer and Internship programs in the West Bank, Palestine are well researched, targeted, and suitable for anyone who wants to gain insights into daily Palestinian legal affairs and human rights. By exchanging experiences and ideas, Palestinians and internationals have the opportunity to “walk in each other’s shoes.” Enabling close cooperation between international volunteers and community members, the Excellence Center works to make a long-term positive impact on the local Palestinian community.
Volunteering and interning at the Excellence Center in Hebron, West Bank is a unique opportunity to make an impact on your own life and the lives of Palestinian children, refugees, women, youth, and community members in the West Bank, Palestine.
Flexible Booking
At The Excellence Center, we understand that things change. As such, our programs are incredibly flexible in case you need to alter travel plans or simply have a change of heart. As our programs take place year-round (with flexible start and end dates), you decide your arrival and end date.
Furthermore, you’re able to change your start date entirely free of charge if requested at least two weeks beforehand.
Well-Known In Palestine And Worldwide
With 14 years of experience, The Excellence Center in Palestine has established itself as a reputable cultural and educational center in Palestine. Its work offers international volunteers transformative and diverse opportunities that have had lasting impacts in the West Bank, throughout the Middle East, and around the globe.
If you share our passion for making a difference in Palestinian people’s lives, we eagerly await the opportunity to embrace you as a part of our warm and welcoming family in Hebron, Palestine. Together, let’s embark on a journey of positive change, creating a brighter future for ourselves and others.
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Volunteer or Intern In 2025
The Excellence Center in Palestine is excited to offer volunteer and internship programs for 2025 to support the Palestinian community in the West Bank! These programs focus on key areas, including human rights, Palestinian women’s rights, refugee issues, Palestinian culture and politics, and current developments in Palestine and Israel.
These 2025 volunteer programs are ideal for students and anyone interested in meaningful summer volunteer or internship opportunities. Join us in the West Bank, Palestine, and gain invaluable experience in the heart of the Middle East.
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Human Rights Internship Program
The Human Rights Internship Program in the West Bank, Palestine offers valuable experience in humanitarian aid, diplomacy, and international law.
Interns develop Arabic language skills and intercultural competency while raising awareness of the West Bank’s situation and amplifying local voices. They play a key role in fostering relationships between international visitors and local communities
Online Arabic Programs
The Excellence Center offers a range of online Arabic programs covering Levantine dialects (Ammiyya Arabic) from Palestine, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Egypt, and Modern Standard Arabic.
Join our Intensive Online Arabic courses, which provide 20 hours of instruction per week. With this format, students can quickly acquire Arabic skills and complete a full 80-hour course in just four weeks.
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Palestinian Laws Internship
Palestinian Laws and Legal Practices Internship: Ideal for law, social sciences, and human rights students interested in the West Bank legal system. Intern for 1 to 13 weeks year-round. Gain comprehensive knowledge of legislation in West Bank and Gaza.
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Palestinian Refugees Program
The Palestinian Refugees Volunteer Program offers a unique opportunity for individuals of all ages, from students to retirees, who are passionate about human rights.
Volunteers work directly with Palestinian refugees in the West Bank, focusing on enhancing skills and providing education to children, youth, and women in refugee camps near Hebron, Palestine.
Volunteer In Palestine
“I participated in the Volunteer and Study Arabic program at the Excellence Center, where I taught English, learned Arabic, and explored Palestinian culture by visiting local sites, Palestinian refugee camps, and even attending a wedding.
The Arabic lessons were invaluable, providing me with a strong beginner’s foundation. The Center offers an ideal learning environment, with supportive staff and leaders. I felt safe in Hebron and enjoyed the warmth of local Palestinians who frequently invited me for coffee and conversation.I highly recommend the Excellence Center in Palestine to anyone interested in volunteering in the West Bank or studying Arabic!” — Chirag, USA